Parks Caretaker (Term)

Lloydminster, AB, Canada
Temporary
Operations
Mid Level
Position Posting
Parks Caretaker (Term)
 (1 Position Available)
 
Term of Employment:Full-time, Term (Approximately 6 months)

Article 13.05 c) Should an internal applicant be awarded the term position, they shall revert to their former position at the expiration of the leave.
Rate of Pay:Band 4: $31.46 - $34.37 per hour (Subject to CUPE 1015 Agreement)
Location:Operations Centre
Duties:






 
The Parks Caretaker workers keep up the appearance, health, and safety of landscapes and trees. Parks Caretakers beautify the park grounds by keeping lawns green and litter-free and by planting and tending to annual flowers that change with the seasons as well as perennial trees, shrubs, and flowering plants. To keep the park safe, caretakers prune trees and shrubs to prevent insect damage, disease or dyeing branches that may cause safety to public or city property as needed. They do everything they can to ensure the park is attractive and usable by community members.

Duties
  • Carrying out replacement, planting, maintenance, removal programs for all tree, shrubs and flower beds throughout the city.
  • Replace, maintain and create landscaped areas in park amenities and around facilities.
  • Participate in all pruning operations and programs including use of bucket truck to prune trees.
  • Operation of a wood chipper in means of disposal of tree waste.
  • Maintain park space and boulevard trees.
  • Design and estimate flower bed layouts throughout Lloydminster.
  • Maintain and repair irrigation systems.
  • Operate turf and landscaping equipment.
  • Rehabilitation of damaged turf areas.
  • May be required to oversee and assist in the training of summer seasonal parks staff.
  • String light installation with the aid of a bucket truck through out park amenities and city facilities.
  • Keep trails and paths clear of any debris and in good condition.
  • Pick up litter and remove bagged trash in park amenities and facilities.
  • Remove snow and ice and maintain safe walking surfaces during cold months.
  • Perform heavy lifting and manual labour.
  • Work on and maintain outdoor rinks and pond ice surfaces.
  • General cleaning of worksite, equipment and park amenities.
  • Operate equipment for the daily operations of the Parks Division.
  • Keep accurate documentation such as, time sheets, equipment inspection sheets, hazard identification forms, and daily work records.
  • Maintain necessary records maintenance for labor material and equipment.
Other
  • Other related duties as required.
  • Will take an active part in the Occupational Health and Safety Program.
  • Successful candidate will be required to complete training on operating equipment and assist the equipment operators.
Schedule:
 		Standard hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. with on-call and weekend shifts.
Qualifications:
  • Completion of a two year post-secondary diploma from an accredited program in horticulture and Landscaping from a recognized institution is required.
  • 2 years experience in a park’s caretaker position or a related field.
  • Experience in flower/shrub bed design and quantity estimate for quotation purposes
  • Must obtain or be currently qualified to obtain a Pesticide applicators license as issued by Alberta Environment.
  • 2 years experience  using a Wood chipper.
  • 2 years experience in landscaping and snow removal.
  • Experience in operation of small landscaping equipment.
  • The ability to work on a natural ice surface. (Bud Miller Lake)
  • A Valid Saskatchewan or Alberta Pesticide Applicator Authorized Assistant or Pesticide Applicator certificate.
  • A valid certificate in Chainsaw Cutting techniques, Tree Falling & Cutting or equal experience is considered an asset
  • ISA arborist accreditation or a willingness to get it would be an asset.
  • Must be capable of operating small maintenance equipment and hand tools in an efficient and responsible manner in accordance with recognized procedures. 
  • Previous supervisor or lead-hand experience is considered an asset.
  • Experience in the operations a Skid-steer, landscape tractor, aerial lifts.
  • Must be able to work at heights using an aerial device safely and efficiently.
  • Proficiency in keeping accurate documentation such as, time sheets, equipment inspection sheets, hazard identification forms, and daily work records, via Smart devices/computers/cell phones
  • Understand written and verbal forms of communication as well, communicate clearly and concisely; written and verbal form
  • Must able to accommodate long periods of standing and lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs). 
  • The successful candidate will be responsible, reliable, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Candidate will be required to complete training on the maintenance and operation of the equipment used by Equipment Operators.
  • A valid Class 5 Driver’s License with Air Endorsement registered in Alberta or Saskatchewan with an acceptable Driver’s Abstract is required.  This position may be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business purposes.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
  • Successful applicant must provide proof of qualifications.
  • Applicants with international education will be required to include an Academic Credential Assessment with application.
Closing Date:September 9, 2026
Posting Type:Internal/External
Application Information:The City of Lloydminster offers consistent working hours that afford a positive quality of life, a competitive salary/benefit package, and is an equal opportunity employer.  If you have questions or require further information on this position, please contact us.  All applications must be sent to the Employee Relations team and received by the closing date.
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